Over the past decade, no team has had the Bengals number quite like the Steelers have. In their past 22 meetings, the Bengals have a record of 5-17. It’s apparent that it isn’t strictly personnel preventing the Bengals from beating the Steelers consistently. It seems like the team’s fundamental strategy needs to change in order for them to be successful.
One team in the AFC has unlocked the secret to beating the Steelers: the New England Patriots. They were at it again in the Conference Championship game as they handily defeated Pittsburgh 36-17. This was by no means the first time the Steelers have tasted defeat at the hands of the Patriots.